We offer a comprehensive range of business consultancy services across Cumbria and the UK. However large or small your business, and whatever type of advice or guidance you’re looking for then we can help. With over 25 years working on both sides of the fence as a business consultant and in various industry senior management roles we are able to offer practical advice on a range of business issues, from project management to a full review of your business profitability. Our consultancy services include:

Strategy and Profitability Reviews

We have worked with a number of companies over the years to review their overall strategy and direction. Based on a combination of market evaluation, detailed analytical review of your existing numbers, and detailed discussions with your management, staff and clients, we will work with you to draw up practical and cost effective proposals for taking your business forward profitably.

Business Start-up Consultancy

We have helped a number of local Cumbria start-up businesses. If you’ve got an idea and want help developing it into a tangible and profitable business then we can help. We’ll work with you to fully understand your businesses potential, define your strategy, marketing and sales approach, and help promote your business through our extensive Cumbrian network.

Marketing and Sales

With our experience and expertise in online marketing and web optimisation, we are often asked by clients to “increase the number of visitors to my site”, in the belief that this will somehow by itself increase turnover and profitability. We will work with you to fully understand your market and clients, with a view to ensuring your online presence works in conjunction with traditional marketing to properly maximise revenues.

Project Management

We have been delivering projects large and small, both IT and operational for over 25 years. We won’t try and blow your mind with detailed methodologies or jargon - you’ll not see Six Sigma Princes anywhere else but in this sentence. What you will get is practical experience that works. We’ll work with you to design the work, and create a detailed plan for its practical, cost effective and timely delivery from inception to completion.

Facilitation and Workshop Management

We have plenty of experience of facilitating discussions and workshops on a broad range of topics and with diverse participants from different backgrounds, countries and cultures. We’ll ensure you have a clear set of objectives at the start of the day, and that the discussions are steered towards achieving these aims without railroading sensible debate and disagreement.

Staff Evaluation and Performance Management

It’s a statement of fact that your staff are your most valuable and probably undervalued resource. We have worked with a number of companies to devise effective performance and evaluation systems that provide constructive feedback both for your team and for you as their manager. We also offer staff and management mentoring programmes.

How much does it all cost?

Costs are obviously based on the work involved. Following an initial free consultation we will provide you with a detailed breakdown of the likely cost of the engagement. Typically the cost works out at around £400 a day.

So what to do next?

If you’d like to discuss your business consultancy requirements further please contact us today.